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Video: checking out in a T-6

It’s one of the most popular trainers of the World War II era, and it has a well-deserved reputation for being the “pilot maker.” Join FlightChops as he checks out in the T-6. You’ll see the demanding tailwheel airplane from the pilot’s view, and see why a good T-6 pilot is always on his toes.

Friday photo: Dan Brucker first solo

The moment: First Solo The pilot: Dan Brucker (left) The place: Central Illinois Regional Airport, Bloomington, IL (KBMI) The aircraft: Cessna 172S Skyhawk The memory: Finally a calm day after what seemed like a month of bad weather.  This was the day I have been waiting for. The morning was filled with anxiety and nervousness, but with the […]

Video: checking out in a T-6

It’s one of the most popular trainers of the World War II era, and it has a well-deserved reputation for being the “pilot maker.” Join FlightChops as he checks out in the T-6. You’ll see the demanding tailwheel airplane from the pilot’s view, and see why a good T-6 pilot is always on his toes.

Friday photo: Dan Brucker first solo

The moment: First Solo The pilot: Dan Brucker (left) The place: Central Illinois Regional Airport, Bloomington, IL (KBMI) The aircraft: Cessna 172S Skyhawk The memory: Finally a calm day after what seemed like a month of bad weather.  This was the day I have been waiting for. The morning was filled with anxiety and nervousness, but with the […]